Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) FAQ
Guidance for FAQ regarding Employer/Employee Interaction and Payment
Program Area: Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP)
Question: How will the FF-SHOP handle paper checks and ensure initial payments are received prior to the coverage effective date?
Answer: The FF-SHOP must receive the initial binder check by the 26th of the month. If a payment is not received by this date, a cancellation transaction will be sent to Issuers prior to the coverage effective date.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: May 08, 2014
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